5 Compelling Reasons to Surf Baleal This Fall

Experience autumn in the best possible way with a surf trip to the magical village of Baleal in Portugal. Enjoy a week filled with surfing, sun, workouts, yoga, and delicious food alongside a group of adventurous like-minded individuals!

1. Extend the summer

Portugal ranks among the warmest countries in Europe. Peniche, or Baleal, where we are located, offers both long and sunny days during the winter months. For those looking to replenish their vitamin D levels and brighten up during Sweden’s darkest months, there’s much to enjoy in the Portuguese warmth.

The local climate offers an average of 5 hours of brilliant sunshine per day in January, with temperatures reaching around 14 degrees under the shade of an umbrella. The sea is pleasantly warm and the waves break high in their places, making it an optimal holiday destination for those seeking an active and stress-free vacation.

2. Join our community

If you’re seeking a wonderful and inclusive community, a surf trip might be just the thing. There are ample opportunities to find lifelong friends during your stay with us, and some return year after year to enjoy the relaxing atmosphere and improve their surfing skills alongside their group of friends or newfound companions.

For solo travelers, it’s easy to connect with like-minded individuals to socialize with. We offer a variety of activities beyond surfing for those who need a break between waves.

3. The world's largest 'Big Wave' can be found in Portugal

Portugal’s waves are world-renowned for welcoming both beginners and pros, ranking among the most wave-consistent countries globally. During the winter months, the waves reach their peak, so much so that surfers from around the world come here to participate in the world’s largest ‘Big Wave’ surfing. Therefore, autumn offers substantial waves in some spots for those who are more experienced and want to further develop their skills—or for those who just want to watch really awesome surfers trying to master the big waves.

Thanks to Baleal’s location in a lovely bay along the coastline, we can also offer calmer waves perfect for beginners or inexperienced surfers to test the waters. Some beaches in the area are sheltered from strong winds, and the rolling waves are soft and long—a beginner’s paradise!

4. Say goodbye to the crowds and hello to the perfect wave.

Surfing in Portugal is at its best during autumn and spring when there are fewer surfers in the water compared to the peak summer months when the sea gets very crowded. The weather is pleasant, and the waves are world-class! Whether you’ve been surfing for years or are just starting out, it’s always wonderful to have the ocean to yourself, with unobstructed views and a beautiful horizon ahead. If you’re an experienced surfer, you probably know what a “glossy wave” is – waves with perfect form – and we have plenty of those here.

5. A cheaper option

During autumn, it’s low season for vacation travel, and prices often drop slightly. You can get away a bit cheaper if you book a surf trip during the winter months when less holiday seekers are traveling here. Autumn not only offers better and higher waves, pleasant warmth, and fantastic surfing, but you can also find cheaper flights!

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